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If you're searching for “mobile homes for sale in Kissimmee Florida,” you've come to the right place. Here are a few of our most popular listings!  Kissimmee is such an ideal location for family homes for so many reasons. It's known for its off-the-beaten-path adventures, endless sunshine, and proximity to world-famous theme parks such as Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, and SeaWorld Orlando. If you're ready to find the best mobile homes for sale in Kissimmee Florida, keep on reading because we have some of the best options for you below! 406 Forest Lane, Kissimmee, FL 34746 This cozy 2 bedroom 2 bath home has been completely updated and remodeled. The home has huge bedrooms and an extra large living room to read, play games, or just sit back and watch TV. The beautiful and spacious backyard overlooks the water that is full of wildlife. 
Located in Sherwood Forest, ...
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If you're looking for retirement communities in Florida, we've got you covered. Here are our top 5 retirement communities where you can enjoy sunshine all year round!  Hacienda Del Rio - Edgewater, FL This is one of the best retirement communities in Florida, located right on the Intracoastal Waterway in Edgewater, FL. Hacienda Del Rio provides a rewarding, active and fun-filled retirement lifestyle. The gated community features two clubhouses, two fishing piers, two swimming pools, and a boat launch.  If you enjoy playing sports, you'll love their pickleball, billiards, gym, horseshoe, ping pong, and tennis facilities. But if you prefer to sit back, relax, and enjoy the peacefulness of your serene surroundings, you can easily find yourself in the backyard admiring the beautiful views of freshwater lakes around the community.  If this sounds like your cup of tea, check out our available listings in Hacienda Del Rio. Call us if ...
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(Originally published on MHVillage.com)
Buying a mobile home is, in many ways, different than your regular real estate purchase. One of the vital aspects to inspect is mobile home plumbing, as understanding this part of the home can help you save a lot of money. Furthermore, you will learn how to recognize the difference between the right mobile home and a bad investment.
The Basics of Mobile Home Plumbing
To be able to dive into little details of mobile home plumbing, it is crucial to understand the basics:

• piping materials
• location of the pipes
• venting procedure
• the most common plumbing issues in mobile homes

Having a water pressure meter is a good way to control your plumbing. Piping materials
Regular plumbing pipes are usually made of copper, but those for mobile homes are made of hard plastic. It is crucial to know that the quality approval for material ...
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What you picture in your head when searching for ‘manufactured homes Florida’ is likely far from the reality of what these homes offer current residents. Manufactured homes have taken on an entirely new meaning nowadays and have become a hot commodity in the housing market. Here’s why. The Lifestyle  While manufactured homes are built and crafted in a factory, they are then transferred to our mobile home communities to provide a stable, cost-effective housing solution. Think of a mobile home community as an apartment complex meets resort. When you buy or rent a manufactured home, you’re also granted access to all of the community amenities.  Amenities range from golf courses, pools, jacuzzis, tennis courts, billiard rooms, bocce ball, on-site restaurants, and more. Imagine a village filled with like-minded people who enjoy similar activities, support each other in the community and all want to enjoy their own different lifestyles. Trust us ...
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In the world of housing, there are different terms that can easily confuse buyers and sellers. Here's a simple breakdown of the differences between traditional real estate and manufactured / mobile homes on lease land (also known as “chattel property”). Buying a mobile home in a community is a different transaction than a real estate purchase, so it’s important to understand differences that may affect the sale and purchase of your next home. What is real estate? There's a Latin phrase that says: “quicquid plantur solo, solo cedit,” meaning anything that is fixed to the land becomes part of the land. Real property (real estate) is exactly that--a home that is built on the land and is permanently affixed by a foundation, which can only be removed through an act of severance.  This includes land, anything that is built on the land, and things that are growing on the ...
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There are common misconceptions about mobile home lot rent and how this unique fee in mobile home communities is incorporated into the cost of living. We’re sharing the benefits and what it entails below.  Because mobile homes are a budget-friendly housing solution, monthly lot rent covers aspects of community living to make this lifestyle carefree and provide for the amenities and benefits in the community the mobile home resides in.  The monthly fee commonly known as “lot rent” (but also called a lease fee or lifestyle fee) is a land lease agreement between a home owner and the community owner that ranges in price depending on the community’s amenities and services. You may consider it a convenience fee that the property owner collects and allows you access to your community’s clubhouse, pool, hot tub, library, or even a golf course. Sometimes lot rent also includes lawn mowing, sprinklers and even ...
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If you're looking for the best mobile homes for sale in Florida, you've come to the right place. Here are a few of our most popular homes available.   7300 20th Street, Lot 104, Vero Beach, FL 32966 This one is absolutely a one-of-a-kind home among the best mobile homes for sale! It is a 3 bedroom 2 bath home completely furnished and provisioned. This home has a beautiful back porch facing the lake so you can enjoy the serene views of sunrises or sunsets. Located in Village Green, this incredible home is only 8 miles from the beach. This community is close to the Riverside Theater, art museum, outlet mall and antique district. What are you waiting for? Click here to schedule a viewing. 50 Falls Way Drive, Ormond Beach, FL 32174 Look at this charming property! This cozy home has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in excellent condition ...
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We often get asked the benefits of investing in used mobile homes for sale. Although it was tough to narrow them down, here are three that might excite you the most. Save Money In The Long Run Think of used mobile homes for sale like pre-owned cars. Sure, they may have been in someone else’s possession before, but they’re much more cost-effective in the long run. When you invest in a used mobile home, you’re able to save a lot more money and you can do what you want with it. Most of our mobile home communities also offer numerous amenities and perks. The money you would be spending on an apartment could actually have a much better value in a mobile home community with similar amenities, plus your own yard and driveway!  Click the infographic below to learn about how manufactured home living is an affordable alternative: Be ...
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The on-site amenities, the serene location, and the beautiful property are all reasons to say yes to moving to The Hamptons in Auburndale. Here’s a little more information if you don’t believe us. The Hamptons in Auburndale is truly as lux as it sounds. The entrance of this gated community is lined with palm trees and beautiful ponds to offer a welcoming feel for all who enter. The average yearly temperature in this area is a warm 73 degrees for those of you looking to escape the cold. This mobile home community is an adult park that is well-maintained with an exceptional management team that works on-site for all your residential needs. There are a great number of homes available for purchasing and renting, but they go quickly due to the high demand for living this peaceful lifestyle. The Hamptons Mobile Home Community Amenities Did we mention that The Hamptons ...
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If you’re looking for mobile homes for sale in Florida, Four Star Homes is exactly the company you need. Keep reading to see five of our most popular homes available today.   Since 1982, Four Star Homes has been proudly serving our clients and customers throughout Central Florida. What was once just a small, family-owned business has grown to include over 150 agents and has earned us the reputation as Florida’s largest and most experienced full-service mobile and manufactured home brokerage company. While we have grown, the same family continues to run the business and instill our key values of Excellence Integrity Experience and Results in all areas of the operation.  We have hundreds of manufactured and mobile homes for sale in Florida, and we hope this blog will help you find the one you’ve been longing for.    Here are five of our most popular listings:    1660 Primrose ...
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